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🐾Animal Lover|🌸Gardener|🚴‍♀️Cyclist & Walker|🎶Vinyl Music lover|🎓PhD in Sociology|⚖️Advocate for Equalities & Women's Rights|🍳Home Cooking Devotee|🌍Environmental Enthusiast.
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Meet my fluffy guardian, always ready for cuddles and adventures.🐾❤️ She has a heart of gold and a spirit that brightens every day. Whether it's a walk in the park or a lazy afternoon on the couch. #LhasaApsoLove #DogLife #FluffyFriend #AdventuresWithMyDog #Dog #ILoveDogsMoreThanPeople #ILoveMyDog
I saw this on X and had to share; it is so true. I have found more loyalty in paws than in politic
December 5, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Councillors row over ‘nail in coffin’ traffic filters jibe

www.oxfordmail.co.uk/news/2566987...

What matters more to you; the language councillors use in debate, or the traffic management policies themselves: do you think they will improve life in Oxford, or punish residents and key workers?
Row over 'nail in coffin' traffic filters comment
A leading Labour city councillor has criticised an Independent councillor for the use of emotive language in a debate about traffic filters
www.oxfordmail.co.uk
December 3, 2025 at 8:41 PM
A tree full of lights, memories, and a touch of magic. 🌲✨
Christmas brings out the child in all of us 🎄❤️, reminding us that wonder never fades.
This season, as Districts 12 & 13 remind us: Hope is the spark 🔥 that outshines the darkest winter ❄️🏹
Magic, resilience, and sparkle all in one tree 🌟💫🎁💚🤍.
December 1, 2025 at 4:11 PM
At Monday’s City Council meeting, a motion to oppose future County traffic measures was debated. The motion was defeated, with Labour councillors abstaining.

See www.thisisoxfordshire.co.uk/news/2565163...
Fears future traffic measures after congestion charge will 'punish' key workers
Fears have been raised about traffic filters and the workplace parking levy, which Oxfordshire County Council plan to introduce after the congestion…
www.thisisoxfordshire.co.uk
November 27, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Oxford congestion charge protest crashes Lib Dem Budget meet

www.oxfordmail.co.uk/news/2564445...
Congestion charge protesters crash MP's Budget event
The Oxford congestion charge protesters crashed the Liberal Dempcrat event about this week's Budget to be delivered by Rachel Reeves.
www.oxfordmail.co.uk
November 24, 2025 at 12:25 PM
“Transport chief 'laughed' in Oxford congestion charge debate

The county's transport chief Andrew Gant was accused of disrespectfully laughing during a heated debate about the congestion charge”.

www.thisisoxfordshire.co.uk/news/2559666...
Transport chief accused of laughing in congestion charge debate
The opposition leader claimed transport chief Andrew Gant of laughing at him during a heated debate about Oxford's congestion charge.
www.thisisoxfordshire.co.uk
November 5, 2025 at 12:06 PM
Protestors gather against Oxford congestion charge www.thisisoxfordshire.co.uk/news/2558175...
Protestors gather against controversial Oxford congestion charge
Protestors gathered in Oxford to oppose the newly introduced congestion charge.
www.thisisoxfordshire.co.uk
October 30, 2025 at 10:53 PM
Unbelievable. The congestion charge in Oxford started yesterday (29/10/25). The grammar’s off, the charge is on and someone needs a proofreader. Oxford deserves better.

Congestion charge signs to be amended after error www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
New Oxford congestion charge signs to be amended after error - BBC News
The signs advertising Oxford's new congestion charge say motorists can pay the fee "on line", instead of "online".
www.bbc.co.uk
October 30, 2025 at 10:49 PM
Oxford congestion charge: Day one reactions — confusion, surprise, and anger

www.thisisoxfordshire.co.uk/news/2558076...

The arena has opened, but no one knows the rules. The Capitol calls it progress, the Districts call it chaos. 🎯🔥🐦‍⬛
Damning verdict by people on day one of Oxford's congestion charge
Confusion, surprise and anger - this is the damming verdict from people coming to Oxford on day one of the city’s new congestion charge.
www.thisisoxfordshire.co.uk
October 30, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Council to debate scrapping Oxford’s congestion charge

www.thisisoxfordshire.co.uk/news/2557440...

A big thank you to Councillor David Henwood for bringing this motion. That kind of accountability matters.

🌙Oxford deserves better than rushed schemes and quiet penalties.
Debate over whether to scrap Oxford's congestion charge going ahead next week
Councillors will debate whether to ask the leader to immediately scrap Oxford’s congestion charge at a meeting next week.
www.thisisoxfordshire.co.uk
October 28, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The Hunger Games: Oxford
Behind the satire is a serious concern. Oxford will be divided into districts, with a congested bypass linking them, once passes used.
The districts may be fictional, but the disruption, is real. We’re challenging this legally gofund.me/84fde38f6.
Oxford deserves better🌘
October 22, 2025 at 8:47 AM
Reposted by Shireen
Riot Women review – Sally Wainwright’s menopausal punk drama is one of her best
Riot Women review – Sally Wainwright’s menopausal punk drama is one of her best
This high-pedigree TV drama about midlife women who form a punk band is up there with Happy Valley and Last Tango in Halifax. It’s rich, plot-packed, and perfectly seasoned with humour
www.theguardian.com
October 12, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Oxford's Temporary Congestion Charge

It's starting to feel less like a transport scheme and more like an episode of 'The Hunger Games'. Snow & Co. have their zones and their permit portals. Meanwhile, Katniss & Co. are studying their rulebook and working on the legal case gofund.me/beb03c82d
Donate to Stop Oxford's 'Congestion Charge' and traffic filters, organized by Emily Scaysbrook
From November 2025, Oxfordshire County Council plans to impose … Emily Scaysbrook needs your support for Stop Oxford's 'Congestion Charge' and traffic filters
gofund.me
October 14, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Stop Oxford's 'Congestion Charge' and traffic filters

If you are able to contribute to the fundraiser, or share it far and wide, please do. We are currently at 52% of the total, and heartfelt thanks to everyone who has contributed so far.
Take care everyone, happy weekend 🚗⚖️🌿

gofund.me/470e9998b
Donate to Stop Oxford's 'Congestion Charge' and traffic filters, organized by Emily Scaysbrook
From November 2025, Oxfordshire County Council plans to impose … Emily Scaysbrook needs your support for Stop Oxford's 'Congestion Charge' and traffic filters
gofund.me
October 11, 2025 at 1:54 PM
Stop Oxford's 'Congestion Charge' and traffic filters
The fund raiser is now at 49%. Please donate, if you can, and share. Thank you.
gofund.me/7f005f1e6
Donate to Stop Oxford's 'Congestion Charge' and traffic filters, organized by Emily Scaysbrook
From November 2025, Oxfordshire County Council plans to impose … Emily Scaysbrook needs your support for Stop Oxford's 'Congestion Charge' and traffic filters
gofund.me
October 9, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Oxford congestion charge: first step towards legal challenge

www.thisisoxfordshire.co.uk/news/2552813...

This is a significant moment for Oxford. It is not just about roads; it is about whether public input still matters and whether consultation is more than a box-ticking exercise🚗⚖️💬
First step towards congestion charge legal challenge as lawyers write to council
The first step towards a legal challenge to Oxford’s congestion charge has begun after pre-action letter sent to Oxfordshire County Council.
www.thisisoxfordshire.co.uk
October 9, 2025 at 7:49 AM
Oxford speaks up. 🚫🚗
45% raised so far to support the Stop Oxford’s Congestion Charge & Traffic Filters campaign, powered by residents, not politics.
This is a community-led stand for fairness, freedom, and local voices.
Every share, every pound counts.
gofund.me/fb57f77bc
Donate to Stop Oxford's 'Congestion Charge' and traffic filters, organized by Emily Scaysbrook
From November 2025, Oxfordshire County Council plans to impose … Emily Scaysbrook needs your support for Stop Oxford's 'Congestion Charge' and traffic filters
gofund.me
October 6, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Summer’s packed its bags, but my flowers missed the memo and still they dance, graceful and defiant, in the final kisses of sunlight.
A quiet rebellion of colour as autumn settles in 🌸
October 6, 2025 at 3:13 PM
I came across this online and it made me smile:

“If people don’t like you, it’s okay. You only need to be concerned when dogs don’t like you—then it’s time for some reflection.”

Poppy approves of me, so I must be doing something right 🐾♥️
#DogWisdom #Dogs
October 6, 2025 at 9:28 AM
Sunday soundtrack sorted. You can’t beat a bit of Boney M.
September 28, 2025 at 9:47 AM
I just donated to help stop the congestion charge in Oxford. This is really going to hurt local businesses and residents. Please consider giving what you can and share this with others.
gofund.me/401ae2d06
Donate to Stop Oxford's 'Congestion Charge' and traffic filters, organized by Emily Scaysbrook
From November 2025, Oxfordshire County Council plans to impose … Emily Scaysbrook needs your support for Stop Oxford's 'Congestion Charge' and traffic filters
gofund.me
September 26, 2025 at 9:36 AM
Legal action is now considered the most realistic route to halting the Oxford congestion scheme.
Here's the GoFundMe:
gofund.me/5f9bde830
For those who supported the earlier legal challenge to the traffic filters, updates and spending details are available here:
www.gofundme.com/f/stop-oxfor...
Donate to Stop Oxford's 'Congestion Charge' and traffic filters, organized by Emily Scaysbrook
From November 2025, Oxfordshire County Council plans to impose … Emily Scaysbrook needs your support for Stop Oxford's 'Congestion Charge' and traffic filters
gofund.me
September 22, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Well done Red Roses👍
September 21, 2025 at 4:37 PM